Story by
Baltimore’s Charlie Morton connected in trade talks to AL East rival
- Story by
- Baltimore’s Charlie Morton connected in trade talks to AL East rival
Brett Davis-Imagn Images Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Charlie Morton signed a one-year, $15 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles last offseason; however, the start of the 2025 MLB season didn't go well. Morton struggled and moved to the bullpen, where he began to find his groove. Baltimore then drove the 41-year-old back into the starting rotation, and it has worked well.
Morton has posted a 2.72 ERA in his last seven games with a 4-0 record, giving the Orioles a much-needed boost in the pitching department. But could Baltimore look to move Morton ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline? The Orioles are listening, and one of those teams calling seems to be an AL East rival.
Advertisement
According to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, Morton is a possibility for the Boston Red Sox , which currently has a 10-game winning streak. Boston needs more pitching, and while it hopes to acquire someone who could provide more consistency, Morton could be a low risk, high reward option at his current price tag.
Red Sox manager Alex Cora has worked with Morton before on the 2017 Houston Astros, so this wouldn't be an unfamiliar situation. There was a time when Baltimore could have eaten the money and designated Morton for assignment; however, the possibility of acquiring an asset at the MLB trade deadline is growing by the day.
Related: Felix Bautista's future with Baltimore Orioles receives big update in 2025
Related Headlines
Advertisement
